Monday, March 10 7:00 p.m.
Behind the Scenes: College Admissions
Two seasoned admissions professionals will lead a live exercise where you, the audience, will participate as members of a mock admissions committee for a fictitious university. The purpose of this session is to help students understand what is most important to an admissions committee when making decisions.
(Missed it? The recording will be available until 3/24. Click “Register/View” to see it.)
Tuesday, March 11 7:00 p.m.
How to Plan an Intentional Gap Year
Jane and Jason Sarouhan – the J2 behind J2Guides – have been respected leaders in the field of experiential and gap year education for 30 years. They have guided thousands of students through the process of discovering life and learning outside the 4 walls of a classroom, and know firsthand how transformative an intentional gap year can be. Developing authentic relationships with their students, programs, and colleagues worldwide is central to Jason and Jane’s values and expertise. They are nationally accredited Gap Year Association Consultants and keynote speakers at the USA Gap Year Fairs. In their gap year presentation, Jane and Jason will define and demystify the gap year, share effective gap year planning strategies, and answer your questions.
(Missed it? The recording will be available until 3/24. Click “Register/View” to see it.)
RESCHEDULED TO 3/17 Due to technical difficulties.
Little-Known Financial Aid Hacks: Smart Strategies to Make College More Affordable
This is not your typical financial aid presentation. Join us for an eye-opening webinar where we’ll uncover little-known financial aid hacks and smart strategies to maximize your funding options. We’ll cover how aid ACTUALLY works, not what the formulas say and strategies beyond just saving for college. These are NOT the things you’ll learn at your high school financial aid night. Don’t miss out—register now!
Wednesday, March 12 7:00 p.m.
College Planning for Students who Learn Differently
Join Kirsten Behling from Tufts University and Lisa Bibeau from Salem State University in learning how to support your student as they transition to and begin college. Kirsten and Lisa are both disability service professionals who manage their institutions’ office of disability services. They are also co-authors of the recent book “Disability Services in Higher Education: An Insider’s Guide.” They will share information on the differences between high school and college, the importance of self-advocacy for your student, different collegiate services and resources and key questions to ask when visiting a college.
(Missed it? The recording will be available until 3/24. Click “Register/View” to see it.)
Thursday, March 13 7:00 p.m.
College Planning for High School 9th & 10th Graders
This session, led by Jamie Gossels, will help parents of 9th and 10th grade students understand the application process, expectations, and timing so students can make smart decisions now that will keep options open later. We’ll address how colleges evaluate applicants and review the admissions timeline. We’ll also discuss academic planning during high school, extracurricular and summer activities, how to think about finding the right college fit, standardized testing, and touch on financial aid.
(Missed it? The recording will be available until 3/24. Click “Register/View” to see it.)
Monday, March 17 7:00 p.m.
(rescheduled from 3/11)
Little-Known Financial Aid Hacks: Smart Strategies to Make College More Affordable
This is not your typical financial aid presentation. Join us for an eye-opening webinar where we’ll uncover little-known financial aid hacks and smart strategies to maximize your funding options. We’ll cover how aid ACTUALLY works, not what the formulas say and strategies beyond just saving for college. These are NOT the things you’ll learn at your high school financial aid night. Don’t miss out—register now!
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